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(a) What factors have contributed to the problem Yard Company is experiencing in implementing numerically controlled machines in it production operations?

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What factors have contributed to the problem Yard Company is experiencing in implementing numerically controlled machines in it production operations?

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One of the major factors that contributed to this problem was lack of training/education among the artisans. Their lack of knowledge and education made them reluctant and less motivated to use this machine. The company should have arranged for a training or education program to provide at least a basic level of knowledge and information about this new technology being ...

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